Manila Bulletin
Quezon town declares state of calamity
Severe Tropical Storm Kristine has forced over 9,000 families or nearly 30,000 individuals to evacuate their homes in Quezon province due to widespread flooding.
The town of Tagkawayan has been declared under a state of calamity, with other towns like Calauag, San Narciso, San Francisco, General Luna, Buenavista, and Lopez also experiencing severe flooding.
A section of Maharlika Highway in Lopez town remains impassable due to floodwaters exceeding one meter in depth, stranding motorists.
Governor Helen Tan assured that the provincial government is distributing over 20,000 food packs to affected families and that relief items continue to be distributed to evacuees.
Local governments, including Tayabas City and General Luna, have also provided assistance and shelter to evacuees.
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